Metformin HCl is a drug that helps in controlling blood sugar levels. It is given in non insulin dependent diabetes mellitus. Metformin HCl can be given with other antidiabetic drugs also in order to treat type 2 diabetes. Diabetes is a condition in which there is an increased blood sugar level of the body. Metformin HCl overcomes this effects and maintained blood sugar levels. It is one of the most preferred antihyperglycemic drugs as it acts in a multiple ways to overcome the elevated sugar levels in the body.

The ailments it is used for:

Metformin HCl is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of type 2 Diabetes. It is given as an adjunct with diet and exercise in the management of Type 2 diabetes. Along with this, it is also used in polycystic ovary syndrome.

This ingredient acts via multiple mechanisms that collectively produce hypoglycemic effects. It acts on various sites as stated below:

Metformin causes less production of sugar from the liver cells

It increases the sensitivity of cells to insulin, this way it removes sugar from the blood

It also delays intestinal sugar absorption into the blood stream especially after eating

This way, it controls the blood sugar levels. It effectively controls the sugar level between and directly after meals.

When should you avoid it?

You should not take Metformin HCl if you:

Are hypersensitive towards Metformin HCl

Have a liver disease

Have type 1 diabetes

Are breast feeding

Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant

Are suffering from heart associated problems

How much to take?

There is no fixed therapeutic regimen for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. The dose varies according to the condition of a patient. Many factors such as body weight, presence of other disease condition and tolerance power are assessed and then a dosage is prescribed. Doctor will always recommend the best therapeutic dose for you. So that maximum effect is generated with no side effects at all.

What are the strengths available?

Metformin HCl is available in three strength combination on our website:

Bigomet 850 mg

Bigomet 500 mg

Bigomet 250 mg

Glycomet SR 1000 mg

Who is the manufacturer?

Bigomet is manufactured by Otsira Pharmaceuticalsltd and is available on our website in the pack of 30 tablets.

Glycomet SR is manufactured by USV ltd, a pharmaceutical giant and is available on our website in the pack of 30 tablets

How to take?

Metformin HCl is taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take the tablet with full glass of water. Don’t crush or chew the tablet. Regular check your blood sugar levels. If you experience extreme low levels of blood sugar, always keep a source of sugar with yourself.

When to take?

Metformin HCl is generally taken with meals once or twice in a day. Take the medicine as prescribed by the Doctor.

For how long should it be taken?

This drug is meant to be taken on regular basis, so keep on taking the drug as long as recommended by the Doctor. Sudden discontinuation can lead to undesired and sever problems.

What if you take too much (overdose)?

If overdose, talk to Doctor or Poisons information centre for advice. Take medical help as soon as possible if you encounter below stated symptoms:

Weakness

Muscular pain

Breath shortness

Pain in stomach

Fainting

Feeling light - headed

What if you miss the dose?

Try to take the medicine at the same time each day; this reduces the chances of missing dose. Consult your Doctor if you miss the Dose. Don’t double up the dose in order to compensate with the previous one.

What are the side effects?

Metformin HCl is very effective and potent antidiabetic drug. Along with the highly therapeutic drug effect, it also exerts some side effects. This is not essential that everyone will encounter these below mentioned effects such as:

Very common side effects generally happen in initial stages of the treatment. With pace of time, it diminishes.

Gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea, vomiting and stomach pain

Anorexia

Common side effects are change in taste receptors; a person may feel metallic taste.

Very rare side effects are

Chronic use of the drug may cause less absorption of Vitamin B 12

Itching, rashes, flushing and other skin reactions

Increased level of lactic acid in the blood

Can even cause inflammation of the liver

Are there any possible drug interactions?

Always tell doctor about the medicines you are taking. Doctor will provide you a list of the drugs that will interact with Metformin HCl and may hamper its therapeutic efficacy. Some of the drugs that interact with Metformin HCl and can produce hindrance or undesired effects are stated below:

Chlorpromazine

Olanzapine

Risperidone

Salbutamol

Salmeterol

Prednisolone

Glucosamine

Oral contraceptives like estrogens and progestogens

Thiazide diuretics like Bendroflumethazide

Captopril

Disopyramide

Phenelzine

Tranylcypromine

Isocarboxazid

Cimetidine

Rilpivirine

What are the things to be taken care of?

Always take the medicine as per prescription

Always store the medicine at the room temperature and away from moisture, heat and light

Don’t use the expired drug

Always monitor your blood sugar levels

Avoid consumption of alcohol while using this drug

Don’t share your medicine with anybody, even if they have the same symptoms

Keep a complete record of all the medicines you are taking along with this medicine

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